Hurst Castle experienced a partial collapse of an outer wall today.
In recent years, the castle's owner, English Heritage have carried out work to reinforce the sea defences and stabilise the foundations of a different part of the castle, the west wing.
The collapse occurred at East Wing Battery where the sea had weakened the foundations. Structural engineers were in the process of assessing the damage and planning remedial works, although it was thought that 'there is no immediate risk to Hurst Castle.'
The Advertiser & Times wrote about the threat only 2 days before the collapse. Please click here to read the article.
Sadly, the worst fears of some who warned this could happened has come true.
The Advertiser & Times also published a video showing the destruction from the seaward side. Please click here to view the video.
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| Picture taken by James Brooke on BBC Article click here to read |
The two dramatic pictures below were captured by Helen Renouf, New Forest based professional photographer.
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Hurst Castle
Hurst Castle was built by Henry VIII at the seaward end of a coastal spit, it was one of the most advanced artillery fortresses in England. Commanding the narrow entrance to the Solent, it offers stunning panoramic views.
The castle was used as a prison for eminent 17th century captives, including Charles I. It was later strengthened during the 19th and 20th centuries and played a role in defending the western Solent from invasion threats from the Napoleonic Wars to the Second World War.
Hurst Castle is managed on behalf of English Heritage by Hurst Marine.
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